Monthly Archives: February 2009

Non existent buses get a subsidy

Over 60′s in the United Kingdom are entitled to free bus passes. A good scheme to get cars off the road while helping the elderly. The Isles of Scilly recently received a grant from the UK Government of £51,000 to … Continue reading

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Credit crunch affects travel companies

ACCOR the world’s largest hotel chain, owner of Formule 1, Ibis, Novotel posted their results today and recorded a 35% fall in profits. Their report identifies the global economic downturn as the major reason. Business travel is being curtailed and … Continue reading

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